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Line) La,&s /?ars are! gee-rear-4)r ,%fie /artment /'r&5ra,r / if9'hl ghts - Gct6Aer /'a4 Boaret Update YcrTi Field Trips: Our first set of CLUB field trips for the school year were over MEA Break (October 15 -17) and the weekend before Halloween. Our attendance numbers for the trips were quite good. Crystal Cave on October 15 - 33 youth, Pumpkin Patch on October 16 - 23 youth, Bowling /Lunch /Como Zoo on October 17 - 29 youth, Zoo Boo! And Pumpkin Night in the Park on October 25 - 45 youth and adults. • Youth Soccer: The program recently concluded with a playoff weekend for the older participants (U10/12). Based on the feedback received thus far, the program went well. Participants seemed happy with the registration procedure, fields, coaches, teams and distribution of players. A survey was passed out just prior to the end of the season. Once the surveys are returned, more information will be available. Youth Football: We saw an increase in participation this season in all divisions. Even though there were only two more teams than last season, there were more players for per team. The department will be addressing how to motivate participants to register prior to the posted registration deadline, as late registration has become an issue. A program es ey was passed out to all participants. In a few weeks, the information will be compiled and adjustments in the ation of this program may be made. Fastpitch Pitching Clinics: The fall programs are full. Due to facility limitations, the department is unable to expand this program to accommodate additional participants. r p,-{- -t #, 1 Family Turkey Shoot: This year's event will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2003 at Centennial Middle School from 10 -11:30 a.m. The event consists of low -key competition in a variety of athletic events. Other features of the event include: Inflatable Arch Bounce, turkey coloring activity, removable tattoo station and refreshments. Breakfast with Santa: Registration is slow this year compared to previous years. Currently, 147 youth and adults are signed up. Last year at this time we had reached our maximum of 200 and had started a waiting list. �Dj T Community Outings: We are currently researching new ways of marketing to our target audience. Fitness: Registration is solid. The season pass is popular once again this year. We have added several new fitness programs this winter such as massage and a ball and bands class. RECREKiloN REYt Ew 4111are currently working on the Winter 2003/2004 edition of the Recreation Review, scheduled to be in homes the last week of November. Questions? Please call Liz Bursack or Barry Bernstein at 651- 982 -2440.